Nonnewaug High School's Chief News Source

NHS Chief Advocate

Upcoming Events
Nonnewaug High School's Chief News Source

NHS Chief Advocate

Nonnewaug High School's Chief News Source

NHS Chief Advocate

Sophomore AP students Malynda Karam and Aubrey Fengler study for their tests. Many students at Nonnewaug focus on these exams for the first couple of weeks of May.
First-Time AP Testers Feeling Nervous but Prepared
Katie Savulak '26, Reporter • May 3, 2024
Ellie McDonald tie-dyes a T-shirt on May 3 in advance for her AP Chemistry exam.
With AP Exams Starting, Teachers Hope Prep Pays Off
Juliana Bailey '25, Junior Editor • May 3, 2024
Keep your eyes peeled for the posted signs and flyers all around Woodbury and the surrounding towns. Advertisements will be going out on a weekly basis leading up to the Clinic containing further information, so be sure to follow the instagram or facebook; woodbury_ffa.
Low-Cost Pet Care Clinic Returns Once Again
Zosia Olejniczak '24, Reporter • May 3, 2024
NHS Mechanics students examine a grain cart used at Christian Tobacco Farm while touring the facility. Students learned about Connecticuts rich history in growing one of the states largest crops from nearly a century ago.
NHS Students Tour Connecticut's History of Tobacco Growing
Evan Grieger '24, Reporter • May 3, 2024
The Toscano Family Ice Forum is the latest facility upgrade at the University of Connecticut. It cost $70 million -- and UConns tuition fees continue to rise. (Courtesy of RosaSeaOtter/Wikimedia Commons)
Jackson: Unreasonable Expenses of Higher Education
Kaylee Jackson '24, Senior Editor • May 3, 2024
The Nonnewaug orchestra performs during a concert April 27. (Courtesy of Jamie Odell)
Music Program is Family at Nonnewaug
Morgan Willis '27, Reporter • May 2, 2024
April 24ths EKG testing brought an abundance of volunteers from Quinnipiacs Medical School. Over 100 participants came to NHS for this free testing.
NHS Hosts Its First Annual EKG Scanning
Alexa Sweeney '25, Reporter • May 2, 2024
Ray Robillard gives his speech for valedictorian Anna Galvani at the academic banquet April 25 at the Painted Pony in Bethlehem. The speeches for the top 10% varied from satirical to heartfelt, but they all demonstrated public speaking being enjoyed by others, not being a cause of anxiety. (Courtesy of Nonnewaug High School/Instagram)
Public Speaking: Not the Big Monster It's Cracked Up to Be
Maia Colavito '26, Junior Editor • May 2, 2024
Brady Cordova owns one of the four white Power Strokes at Nonnewaug. (Courtesy of Brady Cordova)
Zupan: Beauty of White Power Strokes in the Eye of the Beholder
Noah Zupan '26, Reporter • April 30, 2024
Northwest Uniteds Mariah Manzano, a sophomore at Nonnewaug, defends against Watertown. Underclassmen often have to deal with obstacles of getting rides to practices and games played at Litchfield High, the host of the lacrosse co-op. (Courtesy of Northwest United Lacrosse)
Lacrosse Practices Can Be Quite a Ride
Hailey Goldman '26, Reporter • April 30, 2024

Playmakers Podcast: Sophomore Brady Herman (Episode 4)

Playmakers+Podcast%3A+Sophomore+Brady+Herman+%28Episode+4%29

WOODBURY — Brady Herman is the guest on the fourth episode of the Chief Advocate’s Playmakers Podcast. Herman, a sophomore, is a three-sport athlete who was the Chief Advocate’s Male Athlete of the Month for December. The point guard has helped lead the Nonnewaug boys basketball team to a strong start this winter and has the Chiefs in contention for the Berkshire League championship.

The Playmakers Podcast is the Chief Advocate’s podcast centered on Nonnewaug’s top athletes. We regularly host new athletes who have performed over the top and deserves recognition. This podcast is hosted by interviewers Brian Mohl, Ben Roden, and R.J. Barksdale.

About the Contributors
R.J. Barksdale '25
R.J. Barksdale '25, Reporter
R.J. Barksdale is a junior at Nonnewaug. He likes sports and plays football and baseball. He also is part of the ag program. R.J. is from Beacon Falls and is interested in writing about sports.
Brian Mohl '24
Brian Mohl '24, Reporter
Brian Mohl is a senior writer at the NHS Chief Advocate. Brian lives in Woodbury and is a senior at Nonnewaug High School. He enjoys writing about sports, school events, and the Woodbury community. In his first year as a writer, he looks forward to making intriguing stories for everyone.
Ben Roden '24
Ben Roden '24, Reporter
Ben Roden is a sports writer for the Chief Advocate. Ben lives in Woodbury and is a senior at Nonnewaug, He plays football and basketball for Nonnewaug. He enjoys writing about sports and school events.
More to Discover